Swadlincote, Derbyshire

Title: Accounts Assistant/Credit Controller

Location: Swadlincote
Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 (DOE)
Employment Type: Full-Time (Office Base)

About the Opportunity

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to advance your career within a supportive and family-run environment? As a leading recruitment partner, we are thrilled to present an excellent opportunity with a friendly, family-owned business based in Swadlincote. This company prides itself on fostering a collaborative workplace where every team member is valued and encouraged to grow.

Role Overview

The Accounts Assistant/Credit Controller will play a pivotal role in managing financial records, ensuring accurate transactions, and overseeing credit control functions. This position is perfect for someone who is proactive, meticulous, and eager to make a significant impact on the business's financial health.

Key Responsibilities

• Credit Control: Manage and monitor customer accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices and addressing overdue accounts proactively.
• Accounts Support: Perform data entry, invoice processing, and general ledger reconciliation with a high degree of accuracy.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyse monthly financial statements to aid management in decision-making.
• Excel Proficiency: Utilise advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables and VLOOKUPs to manage and interpret data effectively.
• Systems Management: Use Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to maintain financial records, update accounts, and generate necessary reports (experience with this system is a plus).
• Collaboration: Work closely with various departments to resolve queries, clarify financial issues, and support overall operational efficiency.

What You Bring to the Role

• Qualifications: Preferably AAT Qualified but not essential
• Experience: Preferably within manufacturing environments or SMEs. Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is advantageous.
• Skills:
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive mindset.
• Proficient in Excel, including the use of pivot tables and lookups.
• Mindset: A team player who is inquisitive, proactive, and understands the broader impact of financial decisions on the business.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive Salary: £27,000 - £30,000, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including a company bonus scheme, life insurance, and 30 days of holiday (including bank holidays) with additional entitlements based on service.
• Supportive Work Environment: Join a close-knit, family-oriented team where your contributions are recognised and your professional growth is encouraged.
• Career Development: Opportunities to advance within the company and further your qualifications.

How to Apply

If you are ready to join a dynamic and friendly family-run business in Swadlincote, we would love to hear from you!

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and engaging environment. Apply today!

Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography.

Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process.

If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie.com) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise.

Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.com.

Assistant Accountant | £27,000 - £32,000 | Swadlincote | Family-Owned Manufacturer

If you're a current Assistant Accountant or Assistant Management Accountant looking for a role with more exposure and somewhere you can get involved in more of the end to end process, this could be your next step!

As an Assistant Accountant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the finance function. Working alongside a collaborative finance team, as well as involvement in credit control, you'll be responsible for supporting on the month-end processes, financial reporting, and cash flow management. You'll also engage with Operations to oversee stock control and provide financial analysis to aid in decision-making. This is a hands-on position perfect for someone who enjoys tackling a broad range of tasks in a fast-paced, supportive environment. Being an SME, you'll also be involved in certain operational tasks too which will give you a real understanding of the business, and see how your work in finance links to the wider business.

*Please note that this role is 5 days a week onsite

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Financial Controller on month-end duties, including preparation of management information and reporting.
• Manage the sales ledger, from posting cash receipts to ensuring compliance with credit insurance policies and handling credit control.
• Supporting with Credit Control, including chasing overdue debtors and monthly reporting, complying with the company's credit insurance policy.
• Take ownership of variance analysis, preparing key accruals, prepayments, and maintaining the fixed asset register.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including inter-company accounts, and support cash flow forecasting.
• Conduct stock audits and manage re-ordering levels in partnership with Operations.
• Produce monthly departmental expenditure reports and maintain daily KPI schedules.
• Support audits, ensuring the company's financial records are audit-ready.
• Ad-hoc analysis and project work, contributing to ongoing improvements in processes.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualifications: AAT Qualified or part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
• Experience: Ideally, exposure to manufacturing environments or SMEs. Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is advantageous.
• Skills: High level of accuracy, proactive problem-solver, and proficient in Excel (pivot tables, lookups).
• Mindset: Team player with a proactive and inquisitive approach, always considering the broader impact of financial actions on the business.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Salary: £27,000 - £32,000 (based on experience)
• Benefits: Company bonus scheme, life insurance, 30 days holiday (inc. bank holidays), additional holiday entitlements with service, and more.

This is a great role for someone currently in an Assistant Accountant role, looking for a step into a role where you'll have a broader view of the business and understand the impact that your work has on the wider business! Contact Louis Fayers for more information or apply here.

Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography.

Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process.

If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie.com) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise.

Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.com.

Financial Controller (Manufacturing) | Roger Bullivant Ltd | Swadlincote | £60,000 + Bonus

Macildowie are pleased to be partnering with Roger Bullivant Ltd - based in Swadlincote, Derbyshire, to showcase their latest recruitment campaign within their Finance team.

Recruiting for a hands-on manager level finance role, this will report to CFO and will have company-wide exposure as well as engagement with multi-stakeholders on a day to day basis. The core role is to oversee the manufacturing side of the business (which makes up c£25m of the businesses c£85m turnover), manage part of the finance team (4 people) and the production of financial accounts/reports but also have ownership and ensure the finance systems and processes are robust and scalable.

The Finance team plays an active role in leading and supporting the company in achieving its business objectives and targets by working closely with key stakeholders to drive improvements to operational and financial processes on a day to day basis. This is an opportunity to become part of an ambitious and long-standing organisation.

Roger Bullivant Limited, is one of the UK's leading specialists with a reputation for quality and innovation within the field of foundation and underground engineering. It is a leader in piling solutions, providing a myriad of techniques and using a vast range of specialist rigs for the majority of sectors in the industry. RB has a turnover of around £85m annually and is a subsidiary of Soletanche Freyssinet.

Responsibilities include guiding a team of 4 finance staff, supporting the CFO and being a visible presence within the business with a variety of stakeholders, from senior managers, Production director and the teams of engineers. There may be some occasional travel to visit the group (France). This role is an outstanding opportunity for advancement in a rapidly growing, global PLC

• Manage the comprehensive preparation and oversight of production and manufacturing accounts, ensuring accuracy and efficiency throughout.
• Compile monthly management accounts, offering valuable insights into financial performance and aiding decision-making processes.
• Create regular group reports encompassing monthly management accounts, cash reporting, and quarterly statutory consolidation.
• Collaborate with site teams and the shared service department to analyse monthly costs, enhancing reporting accuracy and identifying areas for improvement.
• Conduct periodic visits to job sites to gain first-hand insights and facilitate effective financial management.
• Perform reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts, ensuring financial data integrity and compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare year-end accounts and undertake group consolidation in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate financial reporting.
• Manage compliance activities, including audit, tax, and statutory returns, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Offer technical accounting guidance as required, navigating UK and international Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to support decision-making and ensure financial compliance.
• Assist the Chief Financial Officer in the preparation of financial plans and forecasts, contributing to strategic decision-making and organisational growth.
• Support the Chief Financial Officer in various ad hoc commercial projects, leveraging financial expertise to drive business success and achieve objectives effectively.

We are supporting Roger Bullivant to recruit in this role based on technical ability, behaviour and personality traits.

Being a Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) - this is super essential, with experience working in a Manufacturing setting, strong team management skills, the ability to work to strict PLC reporting deadlines and an advanced level of ability with Excel are all essential criteria.

We are looking for someone with strong analytical and systems skills, who has experience of working in a similar role and ideally; experience of Coins accounting package (ideal), experience of embedding robust & scalable accounting/control processes and Manufacturing or engineering sector experience.

Salary in the range of £60,000 + individual health cover, life assurance, pension, non-contractual bonus (up to 15%) and 25 days holiday (+ BH's and 2 days at Xmas)

Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography.

Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process.

If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie.com) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise.

Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.com.

Financial Controller (Manufacturing) | Roger Bullivant Ltd | Swadlincote | £60,000 - £65,000

Do you have a passion for Finance and aspire to work for a highly successful and well-known business?

Macildowie are pleased to be partnering with Roger Bullivant Ltd - based in Swadlincote, Derbyshire, to showcase their latest recruitment campaign within their Finance team.

Recruiting for a hands-on manager level finance role, this will report to CFO and will have company-wide exposure as well as engagement with multi-stakeholders on a day to day basis. The core role is to oversee the manufacturing side of the business (which makes up c£25m of the businesses c£85m turnover), manage part of the finance team (4 people) and the production of financial accounts/reports but also have ownership and ensure the finance systems and processes are robust and scalable.

Roger Bullivant Limited, is one of the UK's leading geotechnical specialists with a reputation for quality and innovation within the field of foundation and underground engineering. It is a leader in piling solutions, providing a myriad of techniques and using a vast range of specialist rigs for the majority of sectors in the industry. RB has a turnover of around £85m annually and is a subsidiary of Soletanche Freyssinet.

Day to day responsibilities will include guiding a team of 4 transactional finance staff, supporting the CFO and group CFO and being a visible presence within the business with a variety of stakeholders, from senior managers, Production director and the teams of engineers. There may be some occasional travel to visit the group (France). This role is an outstanding opportunity for advancement in a rapidly growing, global PLC

• Manage the comprehensive preparation and oversight of production and manufacturing accounts, ensuring accuracy and efficiency throughout.
• Compile monthly management accounts, offering valuable insights into financial performance and aiding decision-making processes.
• Create regular group reports encompassing monthly management accounts, cash reporting, and quarterly statutory consolidation.
• Collaborate with site teams and the shared service department to analyse monthly costs, enhancing reporting accuracy and identifying areas for improvement.
• Conduct periodic visits to job sites to gain first-hand insights and facilitate effective financial management.
• Perform reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts, ensuring financial data integrity and compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare year-end accounts and undertake group consolidation in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate financial reporting.
• Manage compliance activities, including audit, tax, and statutory returns, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Offer technical accounting guidance as required, navigating UK and international Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to support decision-making and ensure financial compliance.
• Assist the Chief Financial Officer in the preparation of financial plans and forecasts, contributing to strategic decision-making and organisational growth.
• Support the Chief Financial Officer in various ad hoc commercial projects, leveraging financial expertise to drive business success and achieve objectives effectively.

Being a Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) - this is super essential, with experience working in a Manufacturing setting, strong team management skills, the ability to work to strict PLC reporting deadlines and an advanced level of ability with Excel are all essential criteria.

We are looking for someone with strong analytical and systems skills, who has experience of working in a similar role and ideally; experience of Coins accounting package (ideal), experience of embedding robust & scalable accounting/control processes and Manufacturing or engineering sector experience.

Salary in the range of £60,000 - £65,000 + individual health cover, life assurance, pension, non-contractual bonus (up to 15%) and 25 days holiday (+ BH's and 2 days at Xmas)

Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography.

Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process.

If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie.com) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise.

Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.com.

Financial Controller (Manufacturing) | Roger Bullivant Ltd | Swadlincote | £60,000 - £65,000

Do you have a passion for Finance and aspire to work for a highly successful and well-known business? Macildowie is partnering with Roger Bullivant Ltd in Swadlincote, Derbyshire, to showcase their latest recruitment campaign within their Finance team.

Role Overview: We're recruiting for a hands-on Finance Controller to report to the CFO and engage with multiple stakeholders daily. You'll oversee the manufacturing side of the business (c£25m of the £85m turnover), manage a finance team of 4, and ensure robust and scalable finance systems and processes.

Company Overview: Roger Bullivant Ltd is a leading geotechnical specialist known for quality and innovation in foundation and underground engineering. With a turnover of £75m, it's a subsidiary of Soletanche Freyssinet, part of Vinci PLC, a global construction leader.

Responsibilities:

• Manage production and manufacturing accounts.
• Compile monthly management accounts.
• Create regular group reports, including cash reporting and quarterly consolidation.
• Collaborate with site teams to analyse monthly costs.
• Conduct job site visits for financial insights.
• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare year-end accounts and group consolidation per IFRS.
• Manage compliance activities, including audit, tax, and statutory returns.
• Offer technical accounting guidance on UK and international GAAP.
• Assist CFO in preparing financial plans and forecasts.
• Support CFO in ad hoc commercial projects.

Requirements:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) essential.
• Experience in manufacturing finance.
• Strong team management skills.
• Ability to meet strict PLC reporting deadlines.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with Coins accounting package (ideal).
• Expertise in embedding robust accounting processes.
• Manufacturing or engineering sector experience.

Benefits:

• Salary: £60,000 - £70,000
• Individual health cover
• Life assurance
• Pension
• Non-contractual bonus (up to 15%)
• 25 days holiday (+ BH's and 2 days at Xmas)

Roger Bullivant values high trust and positive working relationships, offering quality products at best value. They aim to support their customers, enabling them to be leaders in their markets with a broad range of services and technical expertise.

If you're interested in joining this growing business and making a significant impact, we welcome your application. For a confidential discussion, contact us through the link below.

If this role isn't quite right for you, but you know someone who would be interested, please refer them to us.

Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography.

Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process.

If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie.com) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise.

Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.com.

Group Management Accountant | £55,000 - £65,000 | Swadlincote

Macildowie Finance is currently supporting a global manufacturer in their search for a Group Management Accountant to support their growth trajectory.

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated professional to join the dynamic Finance team in Swadlincote, reporting to the newly-appointed CFO.

What is the job?

• Prepare and consolidate monthly management accounts for the group.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis and provide insightful commentary on variances.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements and coordinate audits.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models to support strategic initiatives and business planning.
• Liaise with regional professional advisors to ensure consistency and accuracy in reporting and tax compliance.
• Monitor key performance indicators and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards.
• Provide ad-hoc financial support and analysis for various projects as required.

What are you like?

• Must be ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified or equivalent.
• Proven experience in group finance within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography.

Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process.

If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie.com) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise.

Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.com.

Job Title: New Business Team Leader
Location: Swadlincote, Hybrid (2 days in office)
Salary: Up to £35,000

Overview:
Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a dynamic and rapidly expanding company? Our client, a large and fast-growing business based in Swadlincote, is looking for a New Business Team Leader to join their finance team. In this key role, you'll support the onboarding process and assist the Accounts Receivable Manager while leading a team of New Business Specialists. This position offers the chance to work in a target-driven environment, managing day-to-day queries, and ensuring high performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Customer Onboarding & Data Management:
  Lead the customer onboarding process and ensure the accuracy and completeness of master data, setting the foundation for strong client relationships and smooth financial operations.
• Credit & Risk Management:
  Conduct credit risk assessments and prepare credit reports to support business decisions, ensuring the company mitigates potential financial risks.
• Control Application & Maintenance:
  Apply and uphold key financial controls and procedures to reduce operational risks, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Fraud Mitigation:
  Take proactive steps in identifying and addressing potential fraud risks to safeguard business interests.
• Internal & Continuous Audits:
  Lead regular internal audits to ensure compliance with procedures and maintain a high level of operational integrity. Drive continuous process improvements to streamline operations.
• Team Leadership & Support:
  Provide leadership to the New Business Specialists, offering guidance, coaching, and performance development to ensure the team meets and exceeds set targets. You'll also be responsible for covering team members during holidays and absences.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  Work closely with other commercial teams to ensure alignment on goals and objectives, fostering strong inter-departmental relationships.
• Project Management & Process Improvement:
  Lead and organize key team projects, contributing to business-wide initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, productivity, and overall performance.
• Encouraging Target-Driven Success:
  Create and maintain a high-performance culture where success is celebrated, and the team is consistently motivated to meet ambitious targets.
• Policy Adherence:
  Ensure your team operates in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements, supporting the business's long-term success.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven Track Record:
  A demonstrated history of reliability and outstanding performance in finance or business operations.
• Leadership Experience:
  Previous experience in leading teams, coaching individuals, and driving performance improvements in a target-driven environment.
• Attention to Detail:
  Exceptional focus on accuracy, especially when dealing with sensitive data and financial controls.
• Adaptability:
  A desire to step outside your comfort zone, embrace new challenges, and support business growth in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional Qualifications:
  CICM qualification or studying toward it is highly desirable, but not essential.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills:
  Strong communicator, able to liaise with internal teams and stakeholders at all levels, and capable of building effective relationships with customers and commercial partners.

Why Join Our Client?

• Growth and Development:
  As a growing business, our client offers excellent opportunities for career progression and personal development. You will play a key role in shaping the future success of the organisation.
• Dynamic Work Environment:
  Join a collaborative, high-energy team where your ideas are valued, and you can have a real impact on business operations and success.
• Flexible Working:
  Enjoy a hybrid working model, with the flexibility to work 2 days a week from the office in Swadlincote.
• Competitive Salary:
  The role offers a competitive salary of up to £33,000 per year, along with a range of benefits designed to support your work-life balance and well-being.

This role is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership position in a growing business, where your skills and experience will make a tangible impact. If you're passionate about driving performance and want to join a dynamic and successful team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your career with

Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography.

Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process.

If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie.com) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise.

Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.com.

Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography.

Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process.

If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie.com) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise.

Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.com.

Payroll Administrator - Hybrid Working (£28,000 + Bonus)

Join a growing company as a Payroll Administrator, where you'll play a key role in managing accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple sites in the UK. You'll be part of a close-knit team, supporting the payroll. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong end-to-end payroll experience to take the next step in their career while enjoying a flexible working environment.

Salary: £28,000 + annual bonus
Location: DE74 - Hybrid (2 days from home)
Hours: Monday - Thursday (8:30 am - 5 pm) & Friday (8:30 am - 4 pm)

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accurate and on-time payroll for all employees.
• Ensure statutory deductions, such as tax and National Insurance, are processed correctly and submitted on time.
• Perform thorough checks of payroll data and reports, maintaining compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with external bodies, such as pension providers and local councils, and provide payroll-related reports as needed.
• Support month-end and year-end payroll processes, including reconciliations and audits.
• Collaborate with internal teams and provide cover for key tasks as required.

About You

• Essential: Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll processes.
• Ability to meet deadlines while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Strong communication skills and experience dealing with external bodies such as pension advisors and auditors.
• Knowledge of payroll systems such as ADP or People XD is advantageous but not required.

Benefits

• Salary: £28,000 + annual bonus and pay review.
• 27 days of annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional holidays.
• Hybrid working (2 days from home) and an early finish every Friday.
• Life assurance, employee referral bonus, and access to a range of well-being services and discounts.
• Free onsite parking.

If you have end-to-end payroll experience and are looking for a new challenge in a supportive and flexible environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography.

Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process.

If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie.com) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise.

Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.com.

Temporary Payroll Administrator - Hybrid Working (Hourly Rate Negotiable)

Join a growing company as a Temporary Payroll Administrator, where you'll play a vital role in managing accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple UK sites. You'll be part of a close-knit team, providing immediate support for payroll operations. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong end-to-end payroll experience to make an impact while enjoying a flexible working arrangement.

Hourly Rate: Negotiable
Location: DE74 - Hybrid (2 days from home)
Hours: Monday - Thursday (8:30 am - 5 pm) & Friday (8:30 am - 4 pm)
Contract: Temporary (Immediate start required)

Key Responsibilities

• Hands-on management of the full end-to-end payroll process, ensuring payroll for all employees is accurate and on time.
• Ensure statutory deductions, such as tax and National Insurance, are processed correctly and submitted on schedule.
• Perform thorough checks of payroll data and reports, maintaining compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with external bodies such as pension providers and local councils, and generate payroll-related reports as needed.
• Support month-end and year-end payroll processes, including reconciliations and audits.
• Collaborate with internal teams and provide cover for key payroll tasks as required.

About You

• Essential: Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll processes with the ability to work hands-on from day one.
• Ability to meet deadlines while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Strong communication skills and experience dealing with external bodies such as pension advisors and auditors.
• Immediate availability to step into the role is crucial.
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP or People XD is advantageous but not required.

Benefits

• Hourly rate negotiable depending on experience.
• Hybrid working (2 days from home) and an early finish every Friday.
• Free onsite parking.
• Potential opportunity for extension or future permanent roles.

If you're a payroll professional with end-to-end experience and can start immediately, we'd love to hear from you!

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Macildowie are delighted to be partnering with a Local Government organisation based in Derbyshire with the appointment of an interim Procurement Support Officer/Administrator for a period of 4-5 months. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing administrative and technical tasks to support efficient operation of Council procurement and finance activities.

You will support the procurement and contracts lead (and other staff as needed) by performing a variety of tasks related to documentation, organisation, and communication. You will communicate via teams/ telephone and email ensuring that all duties are completed accurately and delivered with high quality and in a timely manner.

Key responsibilities

• Maintaining the contracts database.
• Maintain work plan trackers for all current procurement activity.
• Assist with preparation of and updating of annual procurement plans.
• Maintain and update Procurement pages on the intranet.
• Prepare procurement communication updates for all staff.
• Organise and schedule meetings and appointments via teams and outlook.
• Take meeting notes and actions.
• Maintain and update the team's area for spend matters group.
• Prepare/amend procurement documents and templates.
• Manage documentation in proper locations on network system.
• Assist procurement and contracts lead in preparation of reports, spreadsheets, presentations, etc.
• Provide any other tasks, assignments, responsibilities requested by procurement and contract lead.

Skills Required

• Administration and Organisational Skills - including ability to use excel databases, and document control processes.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office 360, Excel spreadsheets, MS Word, Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint to an intermediate level.
• Ability to produce and manipulate data using a range of numerical analysis tools including spreadsheets, pivot tables and databases.
• Analysis skills - including compiling, assessing, and analysing information and data to create new databases and workbooks.
• Ability to review and create documents and templates with version control processes to document changes.
• Understanding of local government procurement regulations
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise work and ability to work on own initiative.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Integrity and professionalism
• Personable approach in working with teams and individuals across the organisation.

For more information, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography.

Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process.

If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie.com) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise.

Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.com.

Job Title: Transactional Team Leader

Key Points:

• Location: Swadlincote
• Salary: Up to £33,000
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2 days in the office)
• Role Focus: Leading a small, target-oriented team to ensure transactional processes meet KPIs while maintaining team morale.
• Key Skills Needed: Finance background, leadership, customer service, and process improvement expertise.

Role Overview: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Transactional Team Leader to join a large, growing business based in Swadlincote. This hybrid role offers flexibility with two days in the office and a competitive salary of up to £33,000. As a Transactional Team Leader, you will lead a small, target-oriented team, overseeing daily activities to ensure all transactional processes and controls are delivered within agreed KPIs while fostering a positive team morale. This role involves problem-solving, reconciliations, process management, and team development to meet business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Monitoring: Supervise ongoing processes, including invoicing, crediting, and cash allocation, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Control Checks: Oversee internal controls and monitoring checks to maintain compliance and quality standards.
• KPI Reporting: Generate and analyse unallocated cash KPI reports.
• Direct Debit Collections: Manage and oversee the collection of direct debits.
• Reconciliations: Handle complex account reconciliations and oversee bad debt write-offs.
• Audit Participation: Support internal audits by ensuring processes meet audit standards and providing required documentation.
• Team Support: Provide guidance and support to the Transactional team to achieve their goals and foster professional growth.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements to processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
• Policy Implementation: Establish and enforce departmental policies, procedures, and quality/service standards.
• Team Coverage: Act as a backup for team members during sickness and holidays to maintain operational continuity.
• Month-End Deadlines: Ensure all month-end deadlines are met accurately and on time.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Collaborate with management and the wider team to address issues, share progress, and streamline processes.
• Ad-Hoc Duties: Perform additional tasks as requested by the line manager.

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise:

• Reliability: A dependable individual with a consistent approach to achieving results.
• Finance Background: Strong foundation in finance processes and principles.
• Customer Service: Proven experience in delivering excellent customer service.
• Team Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to engage effectively with various stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Skilled in resolving complex issues and implementing practical solutions.
• Process-Oriented: Detail-focused with an aptitude for process improvement and compliance.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, drive process improvements, and contribute to the success of the transactional operations. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography.

Macildowie are a recruitment business working on behalf of a client to recruit this role. Your personal data may be forwarded to that client company as part of the application process.

If you would like information on how we will process your data please go to our website (macildowie.com) and view our fair processing notices which are located at the bottom of the page under privacy policies. Within the fair processing notice for Candidates there is guidance on how to amend your contact preferences or exercise your rights relating to personal data. We can't provide direct links as email address and website urls within our job adverts are removed by some of the websites on which we advertise.

Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands and the Northern Home Counties. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the region's premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at macildowie.com.